"But there is only one sure way to tell," the twins' father said. "Miss
Pompret must see them herself."
The few remaining days the Bobbsey twins spent in Washington were filled
with good times. They were nicely entertained by the Martins, and went
on many excursions to places of interest. But, all the while, Bert and
Nan, at least, were thinking of the sugar bowl and pitcher, and the
hundred dollars reward Miss Pompret had promised.
"I do hope we don't have to give the dishes to Dinah for souvenirs,"
said Nan to Bert.
"I hope so, too," he agreed. "Anyhow, I bought Dinah a red handkerchief
with a yellow border and a green center. She likes bright colors."
"I bought her something, too, and for Sam I got something he can hang on
his watch chain," said Nan. "So if we have to give Dinah the dishes,
too, she'll have a lot of souvenirs."
At last the day came when the Bobbseys must leave Washington for
Lakeport. Goodbyes were said to the Martins, and they promised to visit
the Bobbseys at Lakeport some time. Mr. Bobbsey finished his lumber
business, and then with trunks and valises packed and locked, and with
the precious dishes put carefully in the middle of a satchel which Bert
insisted on carrying, the homeward trip was begun.
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